Mediterranean Picnic Salad
A vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean Salad filled with fresh veggies, hearty grains, and a zesty dressing, perfect for outdoor picnics.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or couscous
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients—make sure they are vibrant and full of flavor!
- Prepare the quinoa or couscous according to package instructions, then let it cool.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Combine the cooled quinoa or couscous with the chopped vegetables, olives, and crumbled feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Dress the salad mixture with the dressing and toss until well-coated.
- Add chopped fresh basil and give it a gentle toss.
- Chill for about 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep dressing separate if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg